{"product_id":"emerson-epro-pr6423-00c-030-eddy-current-sensor","title":"Emerson EPRO PR6423\/00C-030 Eddy Current Sensor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson Epro PR6423\/00C-030\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003ePR6423\u003c\/strong\u003e Eddy Current Sensor, operates as a dedicated hardware component for non-contact shaft displacement and rotational speed monitoring within EPRO machine condition monitoring networks. This 8 mm probe registers mechanical position variations against a ferrous target, delivering high-speed inductive feedback for analysis by the host signal converter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePR6423\/00C-030\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson Epro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g (3.53 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 mm sensor tip diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-35 to +200 deg C (Sensor); -35 to +150 deg C (Cable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDependent on host driver loop excitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProximity Sensors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 mm (80 mils)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 V\/mm (+\/- 5% @ 0 to 45 deg C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFerromagnetic Steel (42CrMo4, AISI\/SAE 4140)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control and DCS Metrics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol Tracking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integration of this sensor into broader process frameworks is facilitated via paired signal converters, which map the inductive impedance changes into standardized 4-20 mA HART loop protocol parameters. This allows for real-time monitoring of vibration amplitude and shaft position, enabling predictive maintenance logic to be executed directly within the host control system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e When routed through centralized EPRO protection racks, the sensing interface enforces strict channel-to-channel isolation parameters. This galvanic separation prevents ground potential variations or inductive surges from a single field loop from impacting adjacent measurement registers, ensuring that individual sensor malfunctions do not compromise the integrity of the total machinery protection matrix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the significance of the 25 mm minimum shaft diameter for this sensor?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The sensor relies on a concentrated magnetic field geometry. A shaft diameter below 25 mm (0.79 inches) causes the field lines to wrap around the shaft curvature, resulting in non-linear signal response, reduced sensitivity, and failure to meet the stated +\/- 0.025 mm linearity deviation limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the PTFE cable be routed near high-voltage power lines?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: While the PTFE cable insulation provides robust chemical and thermal resistance, it does not provide immunity to electromagnetic interference. It must be routed within grounded metallic conduits, physically separated from high-voltage AC mains or variable frequency drive (VFD) output lines to prevent induction of common-mode noise into the high-frequency measurement loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChassis Layout Alignment and Mechanical Seating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thread the stainless steel case into the machinery bearing housing. Set the initial air gap precisely to 0.5 mm (20 mils) relative to the shaft surface using non-magnetic feeler gauges. Torque the locknut sufficiently to secure the sensor against turbine casing thermal expansion and operational machine vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConductor Separation and Shield Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the sensor cable is terminated directly to the designated converter input terminals. Maintain shield integrity throughout the cable run; the shield must be connected to the instrumentation earth bus at the converter cabinet entry point only. Do not ground the cable shield at the probe housing, as this establishes a parasitic ground loop that distorts low-level inductive signals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Emerson Epro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45147362394227,"sku":"PR6423\/00C-030","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/4348\/2227\/files\/screenshot_2026-06-05_13-40-35_3aba3cb1-3f05-4574-ba85-ea3bfae0328a.png?v=1782986710","url":"https:\/\/www.dcssupplier.com\/ar\/products\/emerson-epro-pr6423-00c-030-eddy-current-sensor","provider":"DcsSupplier Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}